REVIA Magazine Issue #11

polish-american magazine #11, SEPTEMBER 2015 

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Summer is easily the most leisurely of seasons. 

Boundaries dissolve and bleed into 

each other the way the calendar warps, 

slowing towards the crescendo of Labor Day and 

then onto to crisper weather thereafter. This is the 

typical time when everyone starts reflecting on the 

last days of summer and begins to lament about 

our upcoming “Chicago Freeze”. I tend to get off 

track during the summer months when I am taking 

vacation, celebrating summer holidays, and attending 

barbecues, weddings and birthday parties, 

and it seems as if those things always hold precedence over work. 

I have to admit I’m somewhat glad summer is over. There is no question that I 

enjoy the warmth and all the attractions that come with it, but I have to admit that during 

the summer it seems like everyone is moving in slow motion. And I’m just as guilty 

of this as anyone. Like me, I bet many of you are wondering where the three quarters 

of the year went, and how you’re going to accomplish your New Year’s resolutions 

(Remember those?) and other goals you set at the start of the year, by December 31st! 

Don’t worry there is plenty of time still. We are entering a season where we cram what 

feels like a full calendar year into a slim 4 month. 

So as we complete “our end of summer issue” (marking almost a full year) I’m 

looking over the content and marveling at the cover story with Edyta Śliwińska, along 

with all the wonderful contributors who make REVIA possible and how the magazine 

has grown since our first issue. We have an amazing team here and seeing this progression 

has gotten me out of my summer funk and is driving me to continue to grow 

this wonderful magazine and offer more content to the ever growing next generation 

of Poles. Thank you all for your feedback and we hope you will continue this journey 

with us. 

Karl wrobel 

general manager 

With the end of summer in sight, many 

of you may already be making exciting 

plans for fall by dreaming up little minivacations 

to embark on, or shuffling through your 

closet in search of that favorite autumn outfit to 

wear for a long-awaited party or family gathering. 

Fall stirs up nostalgic childhood flashbacks filled 

with pumpkin patches, long walks in the park, beer 

festivals and cozy gatherings with family over dinner. 

In this issue, we wanted to note that fall can 

also be a great time to appreciate wellness: our own, those of others, and just the 

sense of wholesomeness in general. 

One thing I’ve noticed lately is the trend for people to take better care of not only 

themselves, but others too, in this collective kind of approach to wellness. As social 

creatures, we’re constantly sharing valuable bits of information on wellness with one 

another, drawn from daily experiences, the internet, or even the numerous social platforms 

we use on a consistent basis. Basically, we’re all experiencing an increase in 

empathy – a positive thing, and as a result, a more collective meaning of wellness is 

arising. Our altruistic urge and passion to help others eat smarter, exercise more, and 

have a deeper overall awareness of health is gradually becoming the social “norm”. 

And this is simply awesome. 

So, as we step into fall and try to appreciate the meaning of wellness, as it continually 

evolves into a mutually shared experience and phenomenon, we at REVIA would 

like to celebrate all the unique sides of you. Remember, there is no “right” path to 

wellness; each person carves and follows their own road. So take a moment of pride 

for all you do to help yourself and others EVERYDAY…. and enjoy our special end-ofsummer 

issue!! 

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06 -- Contributors 

08 -- marco Foster’s 5th annual “white Party” 

10 -- dar serca boat Cruise 

11 -- Pma summer ball 2015 

12 -- 2nd annual miami in Chicago 

14 -- musiC: top Female Vocal tracks 

16 -- dr irv’s health tips 

18 -- Polish entrepreneurs: marek janus 

20 -- edyta Śliwińska: beyond dancing with the stars 

24 -- ask an eye doctor 

26 -- Pma library Centennial Celebration 

27 -- polish cities: stary sącz 

28 -- Fga: Corinne meier 

30 -- ask a balanced babe 

31 -- memoirs of a model: garden of Flavor 

32 -- breaking barriers with allison sima 

33 -- ask anita : relationship reality 312 

34 -- supper with sylvia perez 

36 -- make-up tips 

38 -- la mode 38 

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stay healthy and insPirational, 

moniCa doleCKa 

managing editor 

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native. Her cultural background is Polish on her mother's 

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Ania was born in Chicago to Polish immigrant parents. 

Growing up, she was always interested in exploring, 

embracing, and celebrating the experiences of first generation 

Americans, which eventually inspired her to start a 

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interviewed hundreds of “first gen’s”. 

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Born in a Poland, Ania is a professional make-up artist 

and has resided in Chicago for over 12 years. Ania’s life 

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to put a confident smile on a client’s face. 

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Founder of Relationship Reality 312, Inc., Anita’s passions 

in life are helping people with their love life and writing, 

and through her advice column, “Ask Anita”, she combines 

both! A Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, Anita is on 

a mission to prove that happy and satisfying relationships 

are possible. 

sYLVIa pErEZ 

Sylvia is an Emmy Award winning broadcast journalist who 

worked with ABC7 Chicago as a news anchor and health 

reporter for over 20 years. Sylvia now leads Sylvia Perez 

Productions as a video producer, presentation coach and 

inspiring speaker and blogger. 

LEaNDro MULET 

Born in Cuba, Leandro is a fashion designer currently 

based in Chicago. His designs have caught the attention of 

models, fashion producers, and high profile photographers 

desiring to use his editorial ensembles for photo shoots. 

With his fashion expertise and good styling, Leandro has 

also dressed many celebrities from Chicago all the way to 

Miami. 

k MraZ 

Actress, model, writer, and filmmaker, K Mraz is also an 

activist for equal rights for women, minorities, and the environment. 

Owner of Ladie K Productions, Creative Works 

Media, and is actively pursuing a career in motion picture 

with the goal of changing how people perceive one another 

by shaping what they see in the media. 

MarTa DaBrowskI 

Activist, Editor and Writer. Originally from Poland, she is well known 

amongst the Polish community for her dedication and action for those 

in need. For the past four years, Marta has been helping women with 

her motivational group “Success in a Skirt”, where she helps women 

achieve their goals and pursuit their dreams. 

Marta loves vegetarian cooking and traveling. 

DIaNa EVa LEBIEckI 

Diana is very active in both Polish and Non-Polish events 

in Chicago, and is currently working on earning her MBA at 

Kellogg @ Northwestern. She enjoys meeting new people, 

volunteering and exploring all that Chicago has to offer. 

Diana is also on the Junior Board of the Gift From the Heart 

Foundation (Dar Serca). 

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Iwona is Head Librarian and Special Collections Curator at 

The Polish Museum of America and oversees the library circulation 

and archival collections. Iwona is also responsible 

for the museum’s music, Polonica, and rare book collections. 

She loves nature and music. History is her passion. 

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with the highest distinction in English and Rhetorical 

Studies. Christian has studied international journalism in 

Prague and is currently working on a novel. In his free time, 

he enjoys playing guitar and producing music. 

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health coach, and creator of the women's wellness brand, 

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built the Balanced Babe brand to encourage women to 

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• Work and Automobile Accidents 

• Asbestos Exposure causing 

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• Construction Work and Fatal Accidents 

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• DUI, and Traffic Violations 

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4. Remember, you have the right 

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following questions until consulting with a lawyer: where were you? Did 

you consume alcohol? How much alcohol did you consume? Instead, you 

can choose to answer in the following way: “I don’t want to answer any 

questions, I just want to speak to my attorney” 

5. You also have the right to deny the request to take part in any 

kind of testing whether on site or at the police station, that could prove the 

consumption of alcohol: 

• This includes being asked to touch your nose, stand on one leg, make eye 

contact, walk, or turn around 

• You also have the right to deny a breathalyzer test, blood test, or any kind of 

bodily fluid test, including testing of body tissue 

• Searching you, your car, or any of your belongings 

Instead, you can explain to the officer in the following way: 

“I refuse to take any tests until I first speak to my lawyer”. 

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Contact your insurance company as soon as possible to 

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e v e n t s 

white party 

Honoring philanthropy in unforgettable fashion, Marco Foster’s fifth annual 

White Party had Chicagoans painting the town white hot. On Friday, July 24, 

2015, Chicago altruist and entrepreneur, Marco Foster, hosted over 800 guests 

with an evening of premium food and drink from Untitled Supper Club, along 

with energetic music, creative performances, and sizzling summertime fashion 

– all benefiting the locally founded charity, One Hope United. The event was 

well-attended and ultimately raised over $20,000 for the charity very close to 

Marco’s heart. 

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e v e n t s 

Dar serca Boat cruise 2015 

On Sunday, June 28th 2015, Gift from the Heart 

Foundation (Dar Serca) celebrated its 4th annual 

charity boat cruise – which was a huge success! A 

sunny and warm Chicago Sunday sky embraced 

the event with perfect weather, remarkable people, 

great food and tons of fun. Nearly 500 guests were 

in attendance, including special guest, International 

Boxing champion, Andrzej Fonfara and several 

current Dar Serca children and their parents, who had 

a magnificent time enjoying the company of loyal Dar 

Serca’s supporters. The event was co-lead by Junior 

board Vice President, Diana Lebiecki, and fellow Junior 

board member, Andrzej Wolosewicz. 

The luxurious Mystic Blue yacht featured 4 

amazing floors of festivities, including a spacious 

outdoor sundeck where all enjoyed the perfect 80 

degree weather, complemented with music by DJ 

Roman KW who cheered the crowd to let loose, dance 

and have a good time. Many were happy winners of a 

fabulous raffle prize lottery (which successfully sold 

out of tickets – nearly double from last year) where 

proceeds directly benefit the Dar Serca kids. 

Dar serca is a charitable organization in 

existence for over 27 years that has helped over 700 

children from Poland/Eastern Europe receive lifesaving 

medical treatments they could not otherwise get in 

their home countries. These children are brought to 

the USA from Poland where they receive specialized 

medical treatments including spine correction, limb 

lengthening, tumor removal, etc. 

Dar Serca also assists with housing, transportation, 

translation and other basic living needs and expenses 

during the treatment process. 

For ComPlete inFormation regarding Future 

eVents, sPonsorshiP oPPortunities, or joining 

the dar serCa 

junior board, Please ContaCt diana lebieCKi at 

diana@darserca.org or visit darserca.org 

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pMa summer Ball 2015 

On Friday June 5th, the Polish Museum of America 

(PMA) celebrated its 35th Annual Summer Ball at 

Galleria Marchetti in Chicago. Over 160 Guests 

enjoyed cocktails, dinner and dancing with music 

provided by the Anthony Kawalkowski Orchestra. 

Guests were greeted by PMA representatives – 

President Richard Owsiany, Summer Ball Chair 

Virginia Cudecki, Managing Director Małgorzata Kot, 

and several other directors of the board, as everyone 

enjoyed the elegant affair over delicious food, great 

company and appreciated honor- with special 

awards going to Gift from the Heart Foundation and 

Shriners Hospitals for Children- both recipients of 

this year’s Polish Spirit Award. With warm regards, 

the Consul General of the Republic of Poland, Paulina 

Kapuścińska, shared her wishes in the development 

and purpose of the PMA, stressing the importance 

of the PMA in Chicago, particularly with its large 

Polish diaspora. Guests were also graced with the 

presence of a last minute speaker – Joanna Fabisiak 

– member of the Sejm of the Republic of Poland, and 

chairman of the Commission on Liaisons with Poles 

Abroad. This year’s event also featured a generous 

raffle, silent auction and “wish list” of items attendees 

could sponsor to further assist the PMA in their 

daily mission to sustain and expand its library and 

precious archives. 

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e v e n t s 

The 2nd Annual 

Miami in chicago 

continues to Flourish 

On July 16th, JG Events hosted the 2nd Annual Miami in Chicago event benefiting 

The New Horizons Center. The event was a smashing success selling out tickets on 

the evening on July 15th. During the event, Oak Street Beach was transformed into 

a spectacle of fashion and flair, featuring Brazilian dance performances by Body 

Movin’ and sounds from renowned local talents, DJ Madrid and DJ Kamil, along with 

the enjoyment of hosted cocktails. 

Now in its second year, the event has proven to continue growing, this time raising 

nearly $2,000 for The New Horizons Center, with the specific intention dedicated 

to building a new park. New Horizons has honored Janay Graves, Founder of JG 

Events, with the Friends of Friends award for her unsurpassed support over the past 

several years. NHC provides education and development to children and adults with 

disabilities and autism. The goal for JG Events and the NHC partnership is provide 

assistance to overcome challenges in reaching optimal potential. The anticipation 

for next year is already building and the longstanding partnership of JG Events and 

NHC will only grow in strength and numbers. 

Miami in Chicago can only be a success with its dedicated sponsors: 

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m u s i c 

Top Female Vocal Tracks 

to Enjoy This Fall (part I) 

By: Christian Davis 

& Monica Dolecka 

The Civil Wars - Falling 

– Featuring Joy Williams 

(Christian’s pick) 

With dark lyrics of love, this folk 

duet spellbinds audiences with 

their vocal chemistry and their 

uncanny image as two Alabaman 

sweethearts, circa 1864. The 

captivating pair, comprised 

of the ever-enticing Joy 

Williams and the handsome 

John Paul White, originally 

met at a songwriting workshop 

in Nashville in 2008 

(144 years after their ghosts 

THE CIVIL WARS 

were buried holding hands in a 

confederate cemetery from the 

American Civil War). Following 

their first single, “Falling”, the 

duo’s first album Barton Hollow 

sold 623K copies, landing them 

the first of four Grammy Awards 

for Best Folk Album, and was 

the No. 1 album on iTunes and 

Billboard Folk Albums chart. 

Fans were devastated when the 

couple split in 2014. 

HAERTS 

Haerts – All the Days – 

Featuring Nini Fabi 

(Monica’s pick) 

Formed in 2010, Haerts hails 

from the heart of Brooklyn. 

Nini Fabi, Ben Gebert, Garrett 

Lenner, and Derek McWilliam 

first tied their unique talents 

after joining souls as music 

students at the Iceland Academy 

of Arts – and they’ve been on 

fire ever since. Their first album, 

Hemiplegia, was released in 

October 2013 and has 

topped charts across the 

globe. Nini’s voice is 

one of a modern Stevie 

Nicks, a confident 

feminine roar reflecting 

a woman proud of her 

eclectic spirit – yet sultry 

– as her hum echoes 

into a soft background 

of xylophone, guitar and 

tambourine. Nini’s contralto 

voice invigorates the air with 

power and passion, while instantaneously 

humming back 

to cloak the soft strum of the 

guitar. “All the Days” oozes of 

melodious beach instruments, 

evoking a story of emotions 

about life, loss and coveted 

summer love. Haerts undeniably 

celebrates a fondness for 

the simple life. The group is 

currently touring this summer in 

both America and Europe. 

The Hics - Tangle – 

Featuring Roxane Dayette 

(Christian’s pick) 

The Hics, an admittedly lackluster 

monicker, is actually derived 

from Hickory, the type of wood 

used to make drumsticks. The 

mellow, urban and somewhat 

tribal vibe of this 6-piece electronic 

act is likewise comprised 

of a female and male vocal duet, 

starring the mellifluous Roxane 

Dayette and baritone, Sam Paul 

Evans. Lyrically, they deliver an 

awe-inspiring blend of riddles 

that thematically play into the 

locked horns of intimacy and 

individuality, and their metaphors 

address the persuasive 

elements at play when it 

comes to falling both in and 

out of love; hence, “Tangle, 

be close, just go, too close, 

confined to illusion pulling me 

in, dissolving before me, about 

to give in.” After having met at 

Pimlico Academy in Westminster 

London, the group released 

their first full length EP Tangle, 

in August of 2013. 

Lykke Li - I Never Learn 

(Monica’s pick) 

Swedish-born indie-pop singer, 

Lykke’s Li’s first single, “Follow 

Rivers” (2011) borrows the 

girlish swagger of modern popmuse, 

Ellie Goulding. Lykke’s 

vocals emit into the air a soft 

sweetness, although her lyrics 

explicitly assure women as powerful 

and self-sufficient beings 

who endure some of life’s toughest 

hardships. 

Her solo soprano 

voice is timeless, incorporating 

elements of 

electronica, indie-house 

and classical, blended 

with traditional pop 

and alternative. Lykke’s 

lyrics flow as one melodious 

string of love 

quotes and random life 

mishaps. Her down-toearth 

attitude rings with positivism, 

as well as realism, expressing 

all the happiness love brings, 

whilst sustaining the awareness 

that sometimes loss collides with 

love. “I Never Learn” reminds us 

to learn from our mistakes and 

know when it’s time to move on. 

THE HICS 

LYKKE LI 

“Haven’t you seen me 

sleepwalking? 

‘Cause I’ve been holding 

your hand.” 

Top Tracks: 

“Barton Hollow”, 

“Falling” 

“Golden things, we 

drew our names in the 

water. Now you’re gone 

– a love gone wrong – 

but I’ll make it.” 

Top Tracks: 

“Wings”, “All the Days” 

“Search for the 

divine to find the 

soul, the soul that 

encaptured mine.” 

Top Tracks: 

“Tangle”, 

“Lines” 

“I'm your star 

crossed lover. I lie 

here like a starless 

lover. I'll die here as 

your phantom lover.” 

Top Tracks: “I Never 

Learn”, “Follow Rivers” 

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Dr. Irv's 

health Tips 

Cellulite: Is there hope? 

Cellulite is the term used to describe the 

dimpling of the skin most commonly seen 

around the hips and thighs. It is more common 

in women than men, and also more 

frequently seen in older, post-menopausal 

women. The difference between the sexes is 

due to the makeup of the connective tissue 

between the overlaying skin and the deep 

muscle fascia. In women, this fascia has 

been shown to be more vertically oriented, 

thus creating closed pockets that cause enlarged 

or excessive fat cells in order to “push 

out” the overlaying adjacent skin, which 

leads to the puckering we call “cellulite”. 

When cellulite is present, there is nothing 

abnormal about a person’s body makeup, or 

their fat cells. Even a thin athletic body can 

have localized areas of dimpling due to the 

connective tissue compartmentalizing the fat 

between the skin and underlying muscle. 

The question is: What can be done? 

Creams 

We have all seen ads in fashion magazines 

and infomercials marketing a wonder cream 

that can “dissolve” cellulite. Most of these 

creams contain a medicine called theophylline. 

Theophylline is a commonly prescribed 

asthma medication that also has a diuretic 

effect. There have been many subjective 

reports of improved body contour and cellulite, 

as well as a decrease in waist and thigh 

circumference with the use of theophylline, 

however, the problem is there is no scientific 

evidence supporting these individual claims. 

But the good news is that are minimal side 

effects from these kinds of products. There 

is minimal systemic absorption of the cream, 

in addition to the very low chance [25%] of 

developing a rash. 

Massage 

Endermologie is a form of deep tissue massage 

where a mechanical device is used to 

essentially suction up folds of skin and roll 

it two revolving rollers. It breaks down fat 

and excretes it from the body, leading to a 

corrected body contour purified of irregularities 

and cellulite. An analysis of bodily 

fluids proves these claims to be unfounded, 

but there is an increase in collagen above the 

muscle fascia, which may lead to a smoothing 

out of contour irregularities. However, 

this is yet to proven with clear scientific 

data. Other things to consider with this form 

of cellulite treatment is that it may take up 

to 14 treatments, which may be painful, and 

is also on the more expensive side. 

Radio frequency (Javeshape tm, Accent 

tm, Thermage) utilizes radiofrequency to 

heat up the skin and subcutaneous tissue to 

create skin tightening and slight volume reduction. 

This technology can create a tighter, 

smoother and long-lasting appearance of the 

skin, usually taking 1-3 treatments before 

achieving desired results. 

Surgical Treatment 

Surgical treatment is also a reasonable and 

reliable option for treating the underlying 

cause of cellulite. An instrument called a 

pickle for, or loop lysing cannula, can be 

used to disrupt the facial attachment between 

the skin and underlying musical fascia 

that causes dimpling. This may need to be 

combined with liposuction, or fat injection, 

to improve any contour irregularity and 

prevent reattachment of the fascia, thereby 

providing an overall improvement in body 

contour and appearance. 

Laser Therapy 

Cellulaze is another invasive treatment that 

utilizes laser (light) therapy to break up and 

liquefy the fibrous bands of the fat packets. 

The additional heat from the laser will also 

improve the amount of skin tightening. In 

this situation, it is wise to seek someone 

experienced with laser treatments because 

there is always the risk of causing permanent 

burns to the skin. 

Cellulite is a difficult, and often misunderstood, 

problem affecting even the most 

“fit” individuals. There is also little scientific 

evidence behind the many treatments 

currently advertised in media, especially on 

TV and in magazines. Fortunately, many of 

these treatments have little to no side effects. 

Surgical intervention is an option, but 

only after thoughtful and serious consideration. 

Overall, leading a healthy lifestyle by 

getting adequate exercise, and maintaining a 

balanced diet are the best ways for people to 

achieve their own “ideal” body. v 

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ENHANCE YOUR NATURAL BEAUTY THROUGH THE ART OF AESTHETIC SURGERY 

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WHEN YOU FIRST SET EYES ON EDYTA ŚLIWIŃSKA, YOU CAN’T HELP BUT 

BE AWESTRUCK BY HER NATURAL AND SOPHISTICATED BEAUTY, AND 

HER DANCING, WHICH FLOWS CALMLY AND EFFORTLESSLY. EDYTA’S 

POSITIVE ENERGY CAN LIGHT UP A ROOM AND HER POSITIVITY IS SIMPLY 

INFECTIOUS. YOU MAY RECOGNIZE EDYTA FROM HER 10 MEMORABLE 

SEASONS ON DANCING WITH THE STARS, WHERE SHE UNVEILED TO THE 

WORLD HER SWEET AND FIERCE PERSONALITY, FLAWLESS DANCING, AND 

SUPERB COACHING SKILLS. I FIRST MET EDYTA IN 2011 WHEN SHE WAS 

INVITED TO COACH AT A STUDIO WHERE I REGULARLY DANCED, HERE 

IN CHICAGO. TO ME, SHE IS AN INSPIRATIONAL BALLROOM DANCER 

– AND WOMAN – AND I WAS TRULY HONORED TO LEARN HER STORY 

ABOUT WHAT IT MEANS TO BE A MOM, BALLROOM DANCE ICON, AND 

ENCOURAGING ROLE MODEL TO WOMEN EVERYWHERE. 

REVIA: Where are you originally from 

in Poland, and how did you eventually 

come to the States? 

EDYTA ŚLIWIŃSKA: I was born in 

Warsaw, and spent the first 20 years 

of my life there. Before coming to 

the US, I was dancing and traveling 

to big competitions like Blackpool 

in England – the biggest ballroom 

dance competition in the world. I 

was looking for a partner at the time 

because I had just split up with my 

long-term partner and eventually… 

I met Alec! We had a little try-out, 

and Alec and I clicked from the 

start. So I decided to give it a try and 

moved to San Francisco for a couple 

months and thought, Let’s just see 

how it goes. It’s a common practice 

in the ballroom world to try out with 

someone from a different region 

because when you’re at a certain 

level, there aren’t many people in 

your own country to choose from. It 

was summer time then, and I could 

easily take time off from school, so 

it was perfect timing. And it actually 

went really well. We went to our first 

competition, got great results and, 

well, I just never moved back [Softly 

Laughs]. 

But, it’s not like I desperately 

wanted to move to America. I was 

very happy at home, very close to my 

family, but I knew dancing with Alec 

was a once in a lifetime opportunity, 

especially because it’s very difficult 

to find a partner compatible with 

your style, ability and personality. It 

was a difficult decision, but I knew I 

loved dancing. So when I met Alec, 

I thought, THIS is the opportunity 

to do what I love… and I want to 

continue doing it. At the time, I 

obviously didn’t foresee the career 

I would have. I just went with my 

intuition. 

REVIA: How did you first meet Alec? 

EDYTA ŚLIWIŃSKA: Well we both 

had mutual friends. The ballroom 

I always 

loved 

dancing and 

performing, 

and as a 

girl I would 

perform in 

front of my 

family and 

friends. 

world is huge, but at the same time, 

very tight-knit, so you know people 

from all over the world, and everyone 

meets every once in a while at these 

international competitions. I had 

a friend, British ballroom dancer, 

James Jordan, who asked me to 

dance with him at the time. But I 

wasn’t keen on moving to England 

because the conditions weren’t so 

great. James was on Strictly Come 

Dancing, the British version of 

Dancing with the Stars. Eventually 

James introduced me to Alec. One 

of the main reasons I moved to the 

US, besides that I loved dancing with 

Alec, was that I could still continue 

my studies. Alec and his brother ran 

a dance school in San Francisco, 

where I was able to work. I knew that 

if I moved to England I would have 

to ditch my studies and work as a 

waitress or maid to support myself 

while dancing. And I just didn’t want 

to do that. 

REVIA: You said you’re close to your 

family. Do they live in the States too? 

EDYTA ŚLIWIŃSKA: No, my whole 

family is in Poland; my parents, 

brother, Adrian, and two sisters, 

Renata and Magda. Both sisters 

have their own families now. No 

one moved here, except me, and I 

don’t think they plan to. It would 

be difficult for them to leave behind 

everything they built in Poland. But 

my husband’s family is here. Alec was 

born in Gomel, Belarus and moved to 

the US with his family when he was 

12, so he went to high school, college, 

and got his Master’s Degree in the 

U.S. 

It was very difficult for my parents 

to let me go across the ocean alone 

to America, but they understood my 

decision because they knew I love 

dancing. From the beginning they 

were extremely supportive, and from 

both an emotional and material 

point-of-view, they were always there 

for me. Dancing is expensive and 

my parents are not wealthy people, 

but they did everything to make sure 

I can continue my passion, from 

driving me to competitions across 

the country, to paying for lessons and 

costumes. I’m sure it wasn’t easy for 

them. 

REVIA: I know you recently had a baby. 

Has being a mom changed your life in 

any surprising way? 

EDYTA ŚLIWIŃSKA: Yes! I had my son 

in 2014, so he’s a year and half now. 

There are so many new surprises 

as a mom! Everyone tells you how 

incredible it having children, but 

you don’t get it until you have a child 

yourself. I mean I knew the logistics 

of having kids, like never having 

time for yourself, how you can’t plan 

anything, and how everything is 

dependent on your child’s schedule. 

When you have kids, it gets tricky. 

You definitely have to shift your 

priorities. When you’re responsible 

for yourself, that’s one thing, but 

when you have a child, suddenly 

everything is out of your control. 

But the most surprising thing is 

that a child gives you a new sense 

of purpose in life. It’s like suddenly 

you understand what it’s all about. 

People wonder what the meaning of 

life is, and I think it’s to pass down 

your legacy, accomplishments, and 

of course your love, to your children. 

I don’t want to get too philosophical 

[Laughs], but I think that’s our 

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destiny – to prolong our bloodline 

and give our kids everything we have. 

Not only in a material sense, but in 

an emotional, spiritual and cultural 

way. And the love…it’s unconditional, 

deep and very overwhelming. The 

amount of love you feel – it’s an 

incredible feeling, and you never 

imagine you could love someone like 

that. This is a completely different 

kind of love. So that was a surprise 

too! 

REVIA: How did you get started in 

dancing – and are you and Alec 

currently dancing? 

EDYTA ŚLIWIŃSKA: It’s funny – 

no one else in my family dances 

professionally, but I heard my 

Babcia was really good at dancing; 

best dancer in the village! [Laughs]. 

Actually, in my family, I’m the 

only one who pursued dancing 

professionally. 

I always loved dancing and 

performing, and as a girl I would 

perform in front of my family and 

friends. When I was 10, I signed up 

for a dance class at school, and just 

got deeper and deeper into dancing 

until I fell in love with it! My first 

partner wasn’t really into it. He 

danced because I think he liked me 

[Laughs]. Well, he realized quickly 

that I was serious about dancing – 

and didn’t want to just hang out. 

Eventually, I found a partner equally 

involved in dancing and we started 

competing at regional competitions, 

then later traveling to compete in 

different countries. I started out 

taking class 2 days a week, which 

turned into almost every day, for 

very many hours. But because I 

loved it, it seemed very natural. 

Alec and I still love doing show 

dances. We’ve even produced 

Broadway-style performances 

and corporate events. I produced 

the show, Dancing Pros Live, a 

competition held on stage where the 

best pro dancers battle it out and 

the audience chooses the winner – 

right from their seat! So we are on 

the other side of the entertainment 

industry now, but still perform 

occasionally. We’ll be in Chicago 

performing at the Harvest Moon Ball 

Dance Championships in October. 

But in general, we are rather at the 

end of our careers as competitive 

dancers. 

REVIA: How did you initially land a 

spot on Dancing with the Stars? 

EDYTA ŚLIWIŃSKA: Some of the 

professional dancers on Strictly 

Come Dancing were personal friends 

of ours, so it was easy to find out 

where to send our resumes and 

audition videos. We knew a lot about 

the show and so when we heard it’s 

going to be produced in America, 

we thought it would be a good idea 

to try. I was 25 at the time, and Alec 

and I were at the point in our careers 

where we were unsure if we wanted 

to stick with competitive dancing. 

We both loved performing and 

thought DWTS would be something 

different since it’s still a competition, 

but the main focus is on celebrity 

performances. The opportunity really 

came at the perfect moment; we were 

both invited to audition and got on 

the first season of DWTS. That’s how 

it all started. I did 10 seasons of the 

show, and got along with everyone 

very well. I had the opportunity to 

dance with some great people like 

Miami Dolphins football player, 

Jason Taylor, and Cameron Mathison 

from the fifth season, who was a lot 

of fun – very energetic and positive. 

One of the blessings of the show is 

you get to meet so many different 

and unique people. 

But, dancing is a profession that 

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usually ends at a younger age, much 

like any other sport. It’s an art, but 

it also takes a big toll on your body. 

At the top of our careers, physically, 

Alec and I were training very hard 

every day, but now, we rather give 

up the spotlight to the younger 

generations. So I won’t be coming 

back to DWTS. The show gave me 

a completely different direction in 

my career, opened a lot of doors, but 

essentially, right now, I want more 

independence and stability in my life. 

REVIA: Having grown up in Poland, 

do you feel you’ve conserved any 

specific Polish traditions or values still 

important to you today? 

EDYTA ŚLIWIŃSKA: Of course. I think 

traditions are really important. They 

manifest your cultural identity. I 

speak to my son in Polish now, and 

would like him to speak Polish, or 

at least understand it, in the future. 

Traditions bring families together 

because they’re an opportunity 

to share important customs, 

like [Wigilia] on Christmas, and 

[Wielkanoc] for Easter. Traditions 

celebrate family, and I would like to 

maintain them as much as possible. 

Now that I’m a mom, I want to make 

sure my son learns the same Polish 

traditions I grew up with, and… who 

knows, maybe we can even create our 

own little traditions and customs. 

Another important value I gained 

from my family is definitely their 

work ethic; to work hard in life for 

anything you really, really want. Also, 

my parents taught me that every time 

I’m nervous, I need to remember 

there will always be things out of my 

control. They taught me that in order 

to see what can happen, sometimes 

you just have to… let go. Basically, I 

learned to be a lot more positive and 

believe in myself, and not compare 

myself to others. I know as long as I 

pull in my end of work – that will be 

good enough. 

Also, I’m thankful for the 

educational system in Poland, which 

many people complain about. I 

went to some great schools (Liceum 

Tadeusza Czackiego and Warsaw 

University) with great teachers and 

professors and I think I received a 

very broad and universal education 

that I’m proud of. But I have to 

admit, opportunities for younger 

generations were not as open as they 

are here, and I still believe there are 

lot more opportunities in America 

than in Poland. But I’m definitely 

very proud of my Polish upbringing, 

and especially grateful for what my 

family has given me. 

But the 

most 

surprising 

thing is that 

a child gives 

you a new 

sense of 

purpose in 

life. It’s like 

suddenly 

you 

understand 

what it’s all 

about. 

REVIA: Are there any final thoughts 

you would like to share with us? 

EDYTA ŚLIWIŃSKA: One thing I’ve 

noticed is that Polish people can be 

very self-critical, and pessimistic. 

So my advice is just to believe in 

yourself, and give yourself credit, 

instead of only looking at your 

deficiencies. Look at what you 

can do, not at what you can’t and 

maximize that. Perhaps that will 

give you a leg up and then…you can 

do anything! For example, when I 

look at videos of myself dancing, 

I’m extremely self– critical. All I see 

are mistakes and things I want to 

change. At a certain point I learned 

to tell myself, ‘you just have to let go’. 

I know I’m doing my best; it is what 

it is. Don’t get me wrong, obviously 

you need to work very hard, but don’t 

judge yourself excessively or worry 

about what other people think of you, 

because that’s out of your control. 

If you let everything get to you, it 

will weigh you down and your selfconfidence 

will suffer. 

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THE POLISH MUSEUM OF AMERICA 

PMA Library Centennial 

By: Iwona Bożek 

HEAD LIBRARIAN / SPECIAL COLLECTIONS 

This year, the Polish Museum of 

America Library officially celebrated 

its Centennial. Exactly a century ago, 

Rev. Jan Obyrtacz blessed the newly opened 

Library of the PRCUA. One hundred years 

later to the day, Rev. Andrzej Maslejak of 

Holy Trinity Parish, blessed the Library 

Reading Room and the newly renovated 

Rare Books Room, adjacent to the Library 

on the first floor. 

The April 18th 2015 jubilee celebrations 

commenced in the museum’s Sabina P. 

Logisz Great Hall, where over 200 guests 

were welcomed by Managing Director, 

Małgorzata Kot (immediate past Head 

Librarian since 1995); the Master of 

Ceremony, Jacek Niemczyk, led the formal 

program with great zest and enthusiasm. 

The first speaker, Michele Jaminski, PMA 

Vice-Chair and PRCUA Vice-President 

congratulated the Library on its 100th 

anniversary. Shortly after, the large crowd 

was entertained by a musical performance 

by the Grazyna Auguscik Group. The jazz 

music harkened everyone back to the start of 

the 20th century, which was appreciated by 

the guests – some who themselves dressed 

in styles resembling the early 1900s. 

The dialogue portion of the evening 

began with Paulina Kapuscinska, Consul 

General of the Republic of Poland, 

who, having toured the exhibition prior 

to program, spoke heartfelt words 

on the Library’s mission to preserve 

the historic publications on display. 

Paulina congratulated the Library for its 

achievements, wishing it another 100 

years. At her request, Halina Misterka, 

Head Archivist, led the audience in a 

slightly revised rendition of the traditional 

Polish song, “Sto lat” – this time wishing 

the Library “200 years”. PMA President, 

Richard Owsiany, spoke on the Library’s 

history, while Iwona Bozek, Head Librarian 

and curator of the centennial exhibition, 

discussed the selected books on display 

(the oldest printed in 1508), and their 

importance not only to Polonia, but also to 

Polish literature and historiography. 

The winners of the “Bookmark Contest” 

for children and youth were announced, 

and met with great applause. The selection 

of the nine winners within the three age 

groups was not an easy task for the contest 

judges, as over 150 participants submitted 

their artwork; all were displayed during 

the celebration. In addition to cash prizes, 

winners received books and complementary 

PMA Library memberships. The winning 

selections were immediately printed as 

official bookmarks commemorating the 

centennial. 

A beautiful cake, especially baked for this 

occasion and decorated with the Library 

Centennial logo, was presented and cut by 

Mrs. Kot. Wine and refreshments, prepared 

by the Friends of the PMA Library, were 

served as ragtime music played by Włodek 

Zuterek filled the Great Hall. Guests had 

the opportunity to examine the specially 

prepared exhibition of old and rare prints, 

commenting with the amazement on the 

printed editions that served so many before 

us – and hopefully, will be as useful to many 

future generations of readers. 

Today, the Library is an integral part of 

the PMA, but its history began much earlier 

than the Museum and Archives, which were 

founded in 1935, opening to the public in 

1937. 

According to Mieczyslaw Haiman, 

Librarian and first Curator, the idea to 

create the Library was born at the end of 

19th century. It was not until 1913, however, 

when the decision was made to build the 

Polish Roman Catholic Union of America’s 

national headquarters in Chicago, when 

plans to include the Library were added to 

the project. PRCUA President Stanislaw 

Adamkiewicz called upon the organizing 

committee to create a library. Within a 

year, the committee raised enough funds 

to purchase the first collection of 4,000 

books. From the beginning, the Library was 

established to serve the Polish American 

public. 

Since its foundation, the Library’s 

mission has been to disseminate Polish 

culture and language, and that mission is 

as valid and current today as it was at its 

inception. 

Over the past 100 years, the Library’s 

collections have grown significantly, 

currently consisting of more than 60,000 

cataloged titles. Such a collection is 

possible thanks to Polonia’s involvement, 

as approximately 70% of books come from 

donations. In 2012, the Library initiated the 

Rare Book Conservation Project, focusing on 

the oldest prints in the collection. Currently, 

40 volumes, dating from the 16th to 18th 

centuries, have been restored. The first 

Library collection was bound in distinctive 

black cloth covers, and is referred to as the 

“Black Collection.” There are also collections 

originating from well-known publishers in 

Polonia, including Dyniewicz and Paryski, 

as well as textbooks printed for Polish 

Saturday schools, adding to the uniqueness 

of the collections. The Music Collection of 

books, songbooks, sheet music, and sound 

recordings by Polish and Polish-American 

composers and performers reflects the rich 

musical traditions of Poles in the US. The 

circulating collection is the largest of its 

kind, consisting of books in Polish covering 

fiction, biographies, language studies, 

history, geography, art, theater, culture, 

customs, and folklore, by classical and 

contemporary authors. The collection also 

features English language titles on Polish 

subjects, or books written by Polish authors. 

The Library also has a Children’s Corner, 

with books selected especially for young 

readers. v 

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p o l i s h c i t i e s 

STARY SĄCZ 

most popular and tasty of the mushrooms, 

great for making homemade “zupa 

grzybowa”. 

WHAT TO DO AND FAMOUS SITES 

The famous market square is a great place 

to start your exciting Stary Sącz expedition! 

Tiled with charming granite cobblestones 

from the local Tatra Mountains, the square 

is a historically rich scene, offering the best 

in local amenities, yet embodies a modern 

day charisma of its own. Breathing in the 

air, the town, you can feel the mystical 

aura serenade you – a true reliving of 

Poland’s longtime beauty – while at the 

same time enjoying modern Stary Sącz with 

local shopping and entertainment. The 

essence of the market place is an exquisite 

combination of historical culture mixed 

with contemporary appeal, easily attracting 

By: Monica Dolecka 

THE HISTORY 

Stary Sącz is the cultural traveler’s haven – a 

place filled with history, religious inspiration 

and a love for nature. 

A majestic city in southern Poland, Stary 

Sącz is nested low in the Kotlina Sądecka 

valley, belonging to the Malopolska, or 

“little Poland” province, within the Nowy 

Sącz administrative district. The town 

sits between the Dunajec and Poprad 

(Carpathian) rivers – the crisp blue 

waters famous to the professional sport of 

kayaking, as well as for many other nautical 

expeditions throughout history. Just north 

of Slovakia, Stary Sącz is bordered by Beskid 

Sądecki, a scenic mountain range in the 

glorious western Carpathians. 

The city itself dates far back into the 

Middle Ages, as early as 1235, when the 

then royal Duchess Kinga (daughter of King 

Béla IV of Hungary), and her husband King 

Bolesław V the Chaste, acquired the land we 

now know as Stary Sącz, in 1257. For most of 

its early-mid history, the city was a bustling 

trade route to and from Hungary, under the 

rule of King Kazimierz the Great. In 1795 a 

raging fire nearly destroyed the whole town, 

which had to eventually be rebuilt from the 

ground up. 

THE CULTURE AND CLIMATE 

Adam Zagajewski’s well-known book, 

Eternal Enemies: Poems, perfectly describes 

the heart of rustic Stary Sącz, as it is still 

experienced today: 

“The sun sets behind the market square… 

teapots whistle in the house, like many 

trains departing simultaneously. Bonfires 

flame on meadows and their long sighs 

weave above the trees like drifting kites. 

Knives descend on bread, on sausage, on 

wood, on offerings. Rain falls, the cobbled 

streets go black.” 

From this image you can’t help but 

imagine a welcoming town where hellos 

and goodbyes are easily exchanged as 

people go about their busy, yet peaceful life, 

where there is always time to invite your 

neighbor over for some afternoon coffee and 

homemade cake. Today, life in Stary Sącz 

still looks very much like this. 

As among most regions in Poland, 

maintaining religious traditions is very 

important for the citizens here. Ecclesiastical 

architecture brims the town with historical 

churches, some built over a half a century 

ago, which are conveniently found at every 

turn of the corner. People here tend to 

value their religion [mostly Catholic, but 

not always] and faith over materialistic 

possessions and prosperity, thus inspiring 

people to appreciate the ‘less is more’ 

approach to life. It is also normal and very 

common for the whole family to attend 

church together at least a few times a week. 

Stary Sącz boasts an ideal mountain 

climate – very sunny, but with enough rain 

to harvest healthy crops. June and July 

are peak months for fruits and vegetables, 

particularly berries from the Carpathian 

meadows, and in the fall it is common to 

see people filling handmade baskets with 

the wild mushrooms picked fresh from the 

forest. The saffron milk cap is among the 

visitors from around the world. Music is 

also an important part of life for the people 

of Stary Sącz. As an expression of this love 

for music and entertainment, the annual 

Festival of Old Music offers an eclectic 

variety of both traditional and contemporary 

melodies for all to enjoy during the warmer 

months. 

The famous Papal Altar, which also 

houses the local museum, is dedicated to 

Pope John Paul II, and is a revered sight 

to experience. It is an honored site whose 

construction was inspired by the Pope’s final 

visit in 1999 after church authorities noticed 

a significant increase in tourism after the 

Pope’s special pilgrimage. The city wanted to 

commemorate the Pope and offer people the 

chance to celebrate his life and mission in an 

accessible way. 

‘Dom na Dołkach’ (aka, ‘House on the 

Pits’) is the official local museum of Stary 

Sącz and is a great crevice to learn more 

about the town’s legendary, yet sophisticated 

history. This baroque, Hungarian-inspired 

wooden house was constructed from local 

plank wood and stone (very common in 

Polish architecture), and is topped with a 

shingled roof comprised of individual layers 

of plank. It is one of the only structures to 

withstand the tragic 18th century fire. v 

PHOTOS: WIKIPEDIA 

SOURCES: WIKIPEDIA; WWW.WSTARYMSACZU.PL 


FIRST GENERATION AMERICAN 

Drinks & Dialogue with 

Corinne Meier 

By: Ania Jablonowski 

God works in wonderful ways. As some 

of our readers know, I volunteer with 

the networking group, Connect.Inspire. 

Grow. Each month our group meets at St. 

John Brebeuf Church in Niles for a packing 

party to assemble lunches for the homeless, on 

behalf of St. Vincent DePaul’s aggregate food 

drive. Many parishioners know this as “Uncle 

Pete’s Food Drive”, in loving memory of Pete 

Zonsius. One day, I randomly stationed myself 

at the brown bag table alongside Corinne 

Meier, a first generation Swiss-American. 

After discovering how passionate Corinne was 

about her cultural experience, I invited her for 

an interview. Here is her story. 

“I was born in Switzerland, but raised in 

Coral Gables, Florida. My entire family and 

lineages are from there, so there’s only one 

American-born member in our family and 

that’s my brother,” says Corinne.” 

Corinne’s father had a business concept 

he wanted to launch, which her mom supported 

as she was not partial to the weather in 

Switzerland. “Life there is heavenly. It’s one of 

the most beautiful countries in the world. The 

weather can be like Chicago though, longwinded 

winters where you don’t see sunshine 

for days. The decision to launch the business 

was perhaps a bit influenced by the consistent 

sunshine that Miami could guarantee.” 

Her parents packed up their belongings 

and moved to the States when Corinne was 3 

months old. “My father rented, sold and leased 

used station wagons, vans, motor homes; any 

car for traveling and sightseeing. The kind that 

you could go camping in, where you could see 

the entire United States. It was called Swiss 

Am Drive”, she continues. “From the European 

perspective, when you visit the US, you 

want to see the entire country. They have the 

train system [in Europe] so he thought of his 

business the way customers would want to see 

the US – in its entirety. The economy was so 

strong in Switzerland in the ‘80s and ‘90s that 

people were able to afford it, and so it worked 

out well. 

It was this experience that exposed Corinne 

to the entire US landscape, from a Swiss- 

American perspective. She says, “It was one 

of the most beautiful ways to see the United 

States.” 

After her parents closed the business, they 

separated shortly thereafter, and Corinne’s 

mother moved to Chicago, while her father 

moved back to Switzerland. “As a licensed 

massage therapist and energy healer, my mom 

came here for the progressive alternative healing 

scene in Chicago. Her whole life’s intention 

revolves around building a natural healing 

practice. She currently works with cancer 

patients, right after chemo, to children with 

A.D.D. through LaHoChi Energy Healing, and 

she is also a Law of Attraction coach, hosting 

workshops in Chicago. She continues improving 

lives with all that she does.” 

Corinne remembers how she only had 

immediate family in the US for holidays. “We 

quickly built a tie with a huge Italian family in 

Miami, the DeNunzio’s. They treated us like 

we were part of their family, inviting us on all 

major holidays like Thanksgiving and Easter. 

They were European themselves, so it was 

almost as though they really were our family.” 

While visiting family in Switzerland, 

Corinne recalls, “It’s amazing. You land and 

everybody knows you are there. You got to 

see every member through a sit-down meal. 

Breakfast at one person’s house is followed by 

lunch at the next family member’s house. Food 

and conversation are a huge part of Swiss culture, 

where life is dedicated to large amounts 

of time for deep family bonding. In many parts 

of the country, the father will come home from 

the office to meet the kids and family for lunch 

while the children are in school. ” 

Before my interview with Corinne, I honestly 

did not know much about Switzerland. 

One element of these FGA interviews I truly 

appreciate is the Cultural 101. 

Corinne shares, “Switzerland as a country 

is divided into four areas. Italian, French, 

German and this little Romanian sliver, and 

regardless of the location, the directions on 

packaging for products to street signage are 

written in all four languages. In the German 

part, you speak Swiss, but read and write in 

German. Swiss is a dialect that flexes depending 

on what Swiss part you are in. Language 

is big and learning another language is a 

mandatory part of the school system. It is 

a country of precision, from homes being 

highly clean and organized - to never being 

able to say you were late because the train 

was late. A Swiss person is simply timely and 

well mannered. It’s ingrained in us at an early 

age, because people still live in small villages 

where everyone knows each other’s business. 

There are more unspoken rules than you can 

count and anything that bucks the system 

is immediately noticed. Standards are high 

for everything from education to business. 

A Swiss product is considered a high-quality 

product because they do not believe in cutting 

corners. Everyone has a true respect and love 

for nature. There is a deep understanding of 

waste management and how to be “eco”. For 

example, you have to pay per garbage bag. No 

matter where you go, you are surrounded by 

nature – from the city to the countryside. The 

air is fresh and they work hard to maintain 

that delicate balance. ” 

Corinne attended IB German programming 

from 3rd to 12th grade and has a minor 

in German from Florida State University. “I 

was lucky to inherit the Swiss language from 

my parents, giving me a head start on my 

German language fundamentals. This placed 

me into advanced language classes early on, 

which consisted of endless reading, writing 

and translating of poems. There was a beauty 

to this art of translation. I mean, the way the 

translation made us cross-compare the German 

versus American cultures. It was intense 

and often there was no direct English translation 

that would capture the same meaning; 

both interesting and challenging.” 

Directly influenced by her parents successful 

entrepreneurial spirits, Corinne decided to 

combine her passions for digital marketing, 

design, networking, fitness and dance into 

her own flourishing businesses. In addition to 

volunteering with Connect.Inspire.Grow, and 

Share Your Love, Corinne runs two exciting 

and unique brands. v 

Corinne Meier is the CEO and Founder of 

Meier Marketing, an inbound 

marketing agency working with Fortune 

500 companies to start-ups. 

Connect with Corinne at meiermarketing.com 

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By: Sarah Baker 

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Q: I WANT TO ENJOY THIS LAST 

MONTH OF SUMMER AND EAT AS SEA- 

SONALLY AS POSSIBLE BEFORE FALL 

COMES. HOW CAN I DO THIS? - ANNA B. 

HI ANNA! Summer is one of my favorite 

times to eat local, crisp produce. You can 

find this at Farmers’ Markets. They will 

never lose their popularity as a way to find 

fresh, local, and oftentimes organic seasonal 

fruits and veggies. Another great way to 

take advantage of seasonal produce is to 

enjoy a farm-to-table dinner by attending a 

Farm Dinner while you socialize and enjoy 

music. And finally, consider joining a CSA 

(community supported agriculture). CSAs 

allow you to enjoy the farmer’s harvest 

by personally investing money in the 

harvest. They are not without risk, so do 

your research first. To find out about local 

farmers’ markets, CSAs and farm dinners, 

do a quick internet search and you’ll get a 

list of what’s available. 

Q: I’M TRYING TO BE AS BIKINI READY 

AS POSSIBLE AND WANT TO WORK ON 

KEEPING IT THAT WAY YEAR ROUND. ANY 

SUGGESTIONS HOW TO DO THIS WITH- 

OUT DRIVING MYSELF CRAZY? - MARY H. 

HELLO MARY! Preach to that, sister. Don’t 

we all want to be bikini ready? Here are a 

few things to think about. First, be aware of 

the healthy balance of calorie control plus 

simply choosing the right foods. We know 

if we are burning more calories than we are 

consuming, we are losing weight. But we 

also have to focus on the TYPES of calories 

we are eating. Choosing “diet” foods low 

in calories, but high in other chemical 

additives, can really create havoc with your 

health. Focus on the outer limit of your 

grocery store where there are whole foods 

like fruits and vegetables, nuts, legumes, 

and lean proteins. Secondly, by eliminating 

foods and beverages loaded with sugar, 

you’ll start to see a difference. For example, 

alcohol is a beverage that can really prevent 

us from losing those extra five pounds. 

So, limit any alcohol consumption to the 

weekends or once a week. Another trick is 

to find a photo of yourself when you were 

at a slim and healthy weight and stick it on 

your fridge. This can be your reminder of 

what you CAN look like! 

Q: I’M FEELING INCREDIBLY BURNT 

OUT LATELY BETWEEN WORK, FAMILY, 

AND MY SOCIAL LIFE. I SEEM TO ALWAYS 

BE TIRED. WHAT CAN I DO TO RECHARGE? 

- TIFFANY M. 

DEAR TIFFANY: Burnout happens to us all. 

If you’re feeling the old burnout, maybe you 

should try to “date” yourself. Yes - this may 

make you raise your eyebrow, but women 

need time for themselves to connect, center 

and press that restart button. Sometimes 

we seek validation in being with others, 

but it can actually be empowering to do 

activities alone. Try these self-dates next 

weekend: Go to a coffee shop and bring 

your book or laptop. People-watch and get 

some work done while you relish your “me” 

time. Visit the local art gallery or museum 

to enjoy artistic and historic relevance of 

others’ creativity, or sit at the beach (while 

you still can!) and take in the sunshine, the 

calming water ions, as you enjoy the sounds 

of seagulls and waves, breathing in the fresh 

air. Or, read the book you’ve been putting 

off! 

Q: EVERY TIME I TRY TO LOSE WEIGHT, I 

TRY A NEW DIET. WHY IS THIS LEADING ME 

BACK TO WHERE I STARTED? - NICOLE C. 

HELLO NICOLE: This is one of my absolute 

favorite questions. One of the most 

important things when it comes to weight 

loss is focusing on your relationship with 

food and your emotional eating habits. 

Why do you binge eat? Is it stress? Lack 

of sleep? Or, is it feelings of guilt because 

of no willpower? Maybe you need to take 

“diet” out of the equation and concentrate 

on taking care of YOU. It makes a big 

difference when we look for the root 

cause of our stress. When we lack sleep, 

for example, we start to eat more for 

energy reserve. When stressed, we could 

be reaching for the tub of ice cream. Start 

balancing other arenas of your life and 

you will see that cravings and “diets” may 

start to fade away, and you will simply be 

practicing more mindful habits of eating 

whole foods. If we improve on these, 

we can concentrate on seeing ourselves 

as healthy and fit, and then slowly start 

incorporating these changes into the foods 

we eat. 

Q: MY KIDS ARE SO HOOKED ON VIDEO 

GAMES AND WATCHING TV THAT THEY 

NEVER WANT TO PLAY OUTSIDE. HOW 

CAN I KEEP THEM ACTIVE AND FIT? - 

JUDY L. 

OH JUDY! This is one topic I can go on 

about for days! In warmer weather, set 

aside time for weekend family activities like 

biking, hiking, or visiting a farm. The more 

active you are with the kids, the better. Get 

out the sprinkler and slip ‘n slide! Set one 

hour after school to play outside; play hide 

and seek, or do anything active and playful. 

Think of how you grew up playing as a 

child. You weren’t looking at a screen all 

day, so WHAT were you doing? In colder 

weather, take the kids to the local roller 

rink or indoor ice rink. At home, you can 

have hoola hoop or jump rope contests, 

or try “foot” volleyball. You get the idea. 

Not only will your kids be more active and 

healthy, but their creativity will flourish the 

more they play and use their imaginations. 

Yes, some video games and cell phone 

games can challenge a child mentally, but 

to keep a well rounded healthy lifestyle, mix 

it up! v 

HAVE A HEALTH RELATED QUESTION? 

EMAIL: SARAH@BALANCEDBABE.COM 

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MEMOIRS OF A MODEL 

Garden Of Flavor 

My Guide To Juicing 

By: K Mraz 

These past 6 years I've had the 

pleasure of working side by side 

with various organic, vegan, and 

gluten-free companies, assisting them in 

their marketing, sales, and distribution 

to customers everywhere. I've traveled to 

tradeshows, selling shows, charity walks, 

food fairs, and festivals in over 25 cities in 

the U.S. and Canada. Beyond being a brand 

ambassador and spokesmodel for these 

companies, I’ve helped train, coordinate, 

book, and manage teams of people to help 

spread the word about new products and 

perform demos at places like whole foods. 

Some of my favorite brands I've helped 

build-up have grown so large, they're now 

hitting international distribution. The 

latest brand I'm representing is Garden of 

Flavor, a raw, organic, cold-pressed juice 

from Chagrin Falls, OH, near Cleveland. 

Not only do they make delicious juices like 

White Knight, Appleade, and Mean Greens, 

they also pack together juice cleanses that 

include six awesome varieties intended to be 

consumed in one day. 

The Benefits of Juicing? 

Juicing is the best way to get in all the nutrients 

from plant based food without needing 

to digest all that extra junk. Absorbing 

right into your body, Garden Of Flavor's raw 

cold-pressed juice helps relieve the body of 

its digestive duties, allowing enzymes in the 

juice to crunch through anything needlessly 

lingering around inside the body. Garden 

of Flavor juice not only gives your body and 

digestive system an important day of rest, it 

is also a safe way to cut back on meals, or the 

need to diet, cleanse or detox. 

Cleansing allows the body to naturally 

wash away toxins collecting in the lining 

of the digestive tract, while absorbing 

everything the body needs like protein 

(14 grams in a bottle of White Knight), 

probiotics (One billion live organisms in 

the Turmeric Tonic), and alkalizing greens 

(Mean Greens has 5 lbs of raw organic 

greens like Kale, Spinach, Cucumbers, and 

Celery). Preventative and proactive, the One 

Day Juice Cleanse from Garden of Flavor not 

only helps clear up any potentially built-up 

toxins, but going forward, helps jump-start 

the body, preparing it for whatever comes 

next. 

3 Reasons Why I Juice! 

First, I believe life isn’t anything unless 

you’re willing to live it. I am someone who 

enjoys my two glasses (or bottles) of wine, 

my steaks medium rare, and bacon on 

everything. If I do the crime, I do the time. 

Juicing is a perfect way to help balance out 

my body. Every time I indulge on sweets and 

savories, I make sure to juice and cleanse all 

that away on a regular basis. 

Despite the fact breakfast is a very 

important meal that shouldn't be skipped, 

I have never been a big breakfast eater. 

Therefore, I drink a bottle of Garden of 

Flavor in the morning – usually the Goji 

Pineapple or the White Knight, and with 

added organic Chai, if I want caffeine. 

Another obvious reason I juice is because 

of my modeling career. When I first started 

modeling, I thought the best way to keep my 

figure was to eat as much as I wanted the 

day prior, and then avoid food altogether 

until after the show or photo shoot. I 

would eat a banana right before, and hope 

that I’d have the energy to keep modeling 

afterwards. Now I have a better solution. I 

grab three different Garden of Flavor juices, 

along with a Ziploc bag or two of ice, and 

drink them throughout the day. Not only am 

I absorbing all those amazing benefits, but 

it’s also helping me shed any toxins dragging 

me down by giving me a boost of energy that 

lasts all day long. So instead of stressing out 

my body, I feed it the purest type of food out 

there! 

Finally, when I’m working on film or 

video sets, it’s nice to have liquid portable 

food because I’m constantly on the go. 

There’s no time for resting, or even eating, 

so at least I know I’m getting the good stuff 

instead of running to the nearest fast food 

joint out of sheer desperation. 

Meeting Lisa 

When I first met Lisa, the owner of Garden 

Of Flavor, she was exactly the type of 

woman I thought she would be: kind, lively, 

and energetic. Her smile was bright and 

warm; she spoke enthusiastically about 

her wellness, her juices and RAW foods. 

We talked about super foods, pointing out 

favorite raw snacks the other should try, and 

I had a little back and forth Q & A with her 

about Garden of Flavor. Before I knew it, 

Lisa was off to her next destination leaving 

me with plenty of juice to keep me happy 

for the next week or so. Free juice is just 

another benefit of the job! v 

For more info about juicing, cleansing, and 

Garden Of Flavor, visit 

www.gardenofflavor.com 

www.facebook.com/gardenofflavor 

or feel free to share your own pics 

with #gardenofflavor

BrEakING 

BarrIErs 

OVeRcOMING OBSTAcLeS TO 

AchIeVe hAPPINeSS AND SUcceSS 

by: allison sima 

It is Bruce Lee who said, “Don't pray for an 

easy life; pray for the strength to endure a 

difficult one.” 

When I think about that quote, I can’t 

help but wonder, is that how you find true 

happiness? 

We all have dreams and we all have goals. 

To reach the destination we want, every road 

is different. Some are longer than others. 

Some are filled with potholes. Regardless, 

don’t compare your journey to others. We all 

have bumps in the road and you never know 

the challenges someone else is facing. 

There are plenty things that can stand between 

you and the ability to achieve a dream 

or goal. Some include fear, procrastination, 

not having patience, not being able to make 

decisions, or surrounding ourselves with 

negative people who discourage us. It could 

even be a lack of faith in yourself. 

When you allow an obstacle to stop you 

from reaching what you want in life, you are 

giving that obstacle power it shouldn’t have. 

The obstacles become excuses. Put aside 

your excuses. 

I have faced many obstacles in my career, 

and here are a few things I have learned. 

iT’s WhaT you love To Do 

Regardless of your goal, whether personal 

or professional, it is something that is near 

and dear to your heart. Incorporate what 

you love doing as much as you can in your 

life. The larger the percentage of time you 

can devote to what you love doing, the more 

happiness you will find, and alleviate stress 

in your life. 

iT’s noT abouT reWarDs 

There are necessities in life that we all need 

in order to live, and yes, that does include 

money. But if money and possessions 

ALONE are your goal, then you will forever 

be chasing happiness and left feeling empty 

inside. When you are able to live your dream 

or goal, that is the REAL reward. You feel 

content, complete, not stressed, and just 

happy. You don’t feel jealous or envious, and 

you don’t have to brag. And if you do have 

to brag, you are probably covering up for 

something you are still missing. 

Take aDvanTage oF every 

opporTuniTy 

If there is something that you love doing, 

do it. No matter how small it is, do it. If 

it doesn’t pay, do it. It’s not often you can 

achieve a dream or goal on the first shot you 

take. You have to work at it every chance you 

get. If you are waiting for “the big” opportunity 

because the small ones are underneath 

you, life will pass you by. The key is to take 

small opportunities and know how to plan 

to leverage them toward bigger ones. Think 

in terms of the long run and take it step by 

step. 

Take The reigns 

Life isn’t easy or fair, and that’s okay. It’s not 

supposed to be. Life is about what you make 

of it. The fastest way to failure is to allow 

others to make decisions for you, especially 

when your heart and mind don’t agree. You 

have to be willing to stand up, take charge 

and move forward, despite the advice you 

may receive. This may mean you have to be 

different, perhaps a “black sheep”, but as 

long as your intentions are in the right place, 

keeping going. 

“haTers” are a Dime a DoZen 

The world is full of critics and yes, “haters” 

are a dime a dozen! People will be quick to 

judge and perhaps put you down. Sometimes 

it is because they think they know 

better and sometimes it’s because they are 

negative and can’t be nice, in general. Some 

people will criticize you out of jealousy. Or, 

they may be a genuinely good person and 

are just having a bad day. When the people 

around you try to fill you with doubt, find 

the inspiration you need inside yourself to 

keep going. 

As for me, I have encountered more critics 

and “haters” than I care to mention, and 

enough to last me a lifetime. And, that’s 

okay. I’ve overcome it. 

That is why I have made it my mission 

in life and in my career to inspire those 

around me. I don’t ever want to be a person 

who prevented someone or hurt someone 

else’s chances of bettering his or her life 

because of something I said or did. 

Instead, I want the people I meet to become 

better as a result of their experiences 

with me. It is my mission to lift the people 

around me up, not to tear them down. It’s 

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a s k a n i t a 

Dear Anita, 

I have been married for 4 years but together with my significant other for 6 years. I 

would say my husband and I have an array of issues but, overall, what has really been 

a big issue for me is us not being kind and respectful to one another. I feel as though my 

husband can be the sweetest person for a couple of days and then he can be so angry 

and mean the next. It's like a different person and it makes me not want to be with him, 

sexually or physically. On his angry days, he says things that hit below the belt/hurtful 

things and we are arguing and bickering constantly which leads to him isolating himself 

from me and the kids. His excuse is that he doesn't want to argue. I have constantly 

told him how it makes me feel and he says he will change, but he goes back to the same 

behavior. The crazy part is after going through all these instances he wonders why I'm 

not intimate and don't want to be close to him. It makes me feel like he doesn't love me 

and doesn't care how I feel; this has been going on for some time and I really want to 

go to counseling. But because we have been once before, which didn't help, he feels we 

shouldn't go. I really don't know what to do now because now I think I could care less 

if we don't make it. He is not physically abusive but I feel like him being mean is really 

detrimental and has really pushed me away. I really don't know what to do. 

-SB 

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Dear SB, 

I’m sorry that you have to go through this 

in your marriage. Not knowing if you’re 

going to get your “sweet” husband or the 

“angry” one can take its toll on anyone, 

and sounds like it already has for you. 

You are right to want to stop this 

behavior. With his mean and below the 

belt comments, your husband is showing 

contempt toward you. This contemptuous 

behavior must absolutely stop because it 

is one of the best predictors of divorce, 

meaning that most couples end up 

divorcing when this behavior exists in 

a marriage. Contempt does many of 

the things you’ve mentioned above: 

pushes a partner away, erodes positive 

feelings, leads to fights or isolation, and 

blocks desire for physical and emotional 

intimacy. It is toxic for the both of you. 

You’ve told him how his behavior makes 

you feel and he claims he’ll change, but 

he doesn’t. Your husband needs to see his 

own responsibility in your marriage and 

must be willing to do something about 

it, otherwise your marriage won’t get 

any better. Insight alone isn’t enough to 

change behaviors. It sounds like he can’t 

change on his own, and needs to seek 

professional help. It’s understandable 

that your husband doesn’t want to go 

to counseling again, but one experience 

shouldn’t make him feel that it won’t ever 

work. Sometimes it takes a few therapists 

to find a good fit. Ask if he would be 

willing to research a few with you, and 

“shop around” for a therapist suitable for 

the both of you. 

If he’s still not willing to go, consider 

going by yourself. You can still help your 

marriage by seeing a therapist alone. A 

professional can help you work on it by 

focusing on things such as boundaries and 

your part in the interactions with your 

husband. Maybe you’re doing something 

and you’re not even aware of its impact on 

him. One frequent thing I work on with 

my clients is how they bring things up to 

their partner. The start of a conversation 

is so powerful that it actually indicates 

how the rest of the interaction will go. I 

want to be clear that I am not saying you 

are the cause of your husband’s angry 

moods, but, that in a relationship, people 

directly and indirectly influence each 

other. And with the help of an expert, at 

least you’ll be able to say that you have 

tried all you could. 

There’s a reason why women initiate twothirds 

of divorces in the United States. 

When a wife emotionally disconnects from 

her husband, it’s much more difficult to 

get her to reinvest in the marriage. You 

seem set on this hopeless path when you 

say you could care less if your marriage 

doesn’t make it. If he won’t go with you, 

give solo counseling a try. And if you 

still don’t see positive changes, you may 

have to give your husband an ultimatum 

– either he goes with you to marriage 

counseling or divorce will become an 

option for you. That may show him that 

these problems are serious and that you 

need to be taken seriously. The status 

quo will only lead to more physical and 

emotional disconnection. 

Dear Anita, 

What should I do about men who only want late-night booty calls? 

-Leslie 

Dear Leslie, 

Ignore them. Unless you only want booty, and not a relationship. 


Supper with Sylvia 

By: Sylvia Perez 

Hi there, I know I may look familiar. 

You may recognize me from my 

more than 20 years on TV as a 

ABC7news anchor and health reporter, 

where I covered a great deal of stories and 

was probably front and center on many of 

your TV screens. What you may not know 

about me, however, is that I love Chicago 

and trying out new restaurants, which is why I 

was asked to contribute with this column. 

I started an informal restaurant review 

called, Supper with Sylvia, that I post on my 

website [SylviaPerez.com] because everyone is 

always asking me what place to try next. Now, 

I'm excited to share it with you. And because 

summer is almost over, and Chicagoans love 

to take advantage of the outdoors, I've been 

trying out different outdoor dining experiences 

and rooftop bars. Here are a few I think 

you can still be able to enjoy: 

Picollo Sogno. The name means "little 

dream." It's rustic Italian food with an outdoor 

patio like no other. Can you say Enchanted 

Forest? That's what it reminds me of. 

My husband and I celebrate our anniversary 

here every year. The food is delicious. Expect 

nothing less from highly regarded chef Tony 

Priolo. Highlights include any of the homemade 

pastas and the branzino, a sea bass, 

presented to you first, then whisked away to 

be filleted in kitchen. Oh and try the balsamic 

vinegar, bottled for the restaurant and imported 

from Italy. It's so good you may want 

to drink it straight from the bottle. Overall, 

delicious food, a great outdoor garden setting, 

and you are poised to have one of the most 

enjoyable and romantic alfresco dinners ever. 

Chicago Cut. I'm a bigger fan of this highend 

steakhouse in the warmer months when 

I can sit outside. It's so popular that sitting 

in doors means screaming to hear each other 

talk and practically sitting on your neighbors 

lap. The food is always good here, with steak, 

of course, being the showcase. But the view 

overlooking the city and Chicago River on a 

gorgeous warm night is wonderful. The wine 

menu is definitely on the pricy side so prepare 

to dole out the cash. You will rarely find me 

sitting inside, but if you try Chicago Cut and 

sit outside by the river, I'll be the one with a 

smile on her face enjoying the end-ofsummer 

breeze and a nice light Rosé 

Next, my quest to find the perfect rooftop 

bar! I've been trying to hit one of these places 

twice a month. Here's what I've learned: 

When it comes to outdoor bars, you are paying 

for the view, signature cocktails and the 

social scene. The food is an also-ran in some 

cases. 

Godfrey Hotel IO. Really nice setting with 

a beautiful city backdrop, right inside the 

Godfrey Hotel. Of all the rooftops I've tried, 

this one seems to offer the biggest food and 

beverage options. I thought the food was 

really good, especially the sliders and truffle 

fries. There were a variety of cocktails to 

choose from. When the sun went down, we 

were surrounded by sparkling city lights. The 

staff was a little odd, almost appearing snobby 

at times [not sure why]. But, our waitress 

finally warmed up after a little while. 

Streeterville Social. This one is 

billed as Chicago's largest rooftop bar. Its 

9,000 square feet are located at the new 

Loews Chicago Hotel located in Streeterville. 

This terrace is separated into two bar 

areas. Again, limited menu but our favorites 

were the kimchi chicken wings and the 

bucket o' fries. Not healthy, but fun finger 

picking food with the girls. There's even a 

grassy lawn for games. It's pretty over the 

top, but very relaxing because it's so large and 

does not feel crowded. 

J Parker. We had a girlfriend’s birthday 

party here and it was standing room only. Fortunately, 

we had a beautiful sectional reserved 

just for us. The view is spectacular, overlooking 

Lincoln Park and Lake Michigan. Once 

again, a limited menu, but a big selection of 

signature cocktails, wine, liquor and beer. J 

Parker is where the young and hip hang out, 

which I am not and if you're not, I still think 

it's definitely worth going at least once. Service 

was good and the workers were friendly. 

Trump. Finally, you can't do a rooftop roundup 

without mentioning the Trump! No matter 

your political affiliation, this by far is the most 

beautiful view of Lake Michigan, the Chicago 

River, bar none – all while surrounded by city 

high rises. The problem is it’s way over priced 

and the service can definitely be on the snooty 

side. I leave this up to you but if you go, you 

will be left in a wonderful awe. v 

If I’ve missed any spots on this list 

worth recommending, let me know 

fast… because as the saying goes, 

"Winter is Coming." 

Connect with @ SylviaPerez.com 

or on Twitter @SylviaPerezProd 

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A 

beauty tip I've always sworn by is to 

pick your best feature and play it up. 

For example, if you are often complemented 

on your lips (consider yourself lucky), 

it's time to accentuate them. Here are 

tips on how to correctly apply lipstick. 

DON’T PLAY UP BOTH THE EYES AND 

MOUTH 

Women who wear heavy eye makeup and 

dark lipstick can look clownish . If you want 

to wear red lipstick, keep the rest of your 

makeup light. However, if you are playing 

up the eyes, keep your mouth light with 

nude gloss or light lip color that doesn't 

stand out. To obtain nude lips - a great look 

with smoky eyes - cover lips with either 

concealer or foundation before applying the 

gloss. This renders practically colorless lips. 

HOW TO PLUMP-UP LIPS 

You don't have to get lips fillers to attain the 

“bee stung” look. For plumper lips, apply liner 

just outside your natural lip line, then 

dab a bit of gloss in the middle of your bottom 

lip and smack lips together. 

CHOOSING THE RIGHT SHADE 

You may like how a lipstick color looks on 

your friend, but it may not necessarily look 

as good on you. Makeup artist Bobby Brown 

swears the best lipstick is 1- 2 shades darker 

than your natural lip color. Also, orange or 

brown shades, including corals, don’t look 

good on everyone as these shades make teeth 

appear more yellow. 

THE BEST WAY TO APPLY LIPSTICK 

Is there only one [best] way to apply lipstick? 

Actually, there are no rules for applying 

lipstick! Some women use special lipstick 

brushes, while others opt to use their 

finger when applying lip color. However, 

most women actually apply right from 

the tube. Choose what's right for you, and 

as long as the color blends well on the lips, 

you're good. 

USING LIP LINER AS A BASE 

Lipstick will stay on longer if you first fill in 

lips with a lip liner. If you're using a light 

shade of lipstick, try a nude liner and then 

slick your lipstick on top. Lip gloss is infamous 

for wearing off fast, but if you fill in 

lips first with liner, the gloss has something 

to stick and adhere to. 

LINING YOUR LIPS: BEFORE OR AFTER? 

Some women prefer to use liner before applying 

lipstick, but I find lips actually look 

more natural when lining them after first 

applying lipstick. Also, never use a dark liner 

with light lipstick as that can come 

across as tacky and thin out the appearance 

of lips. And watch out for dark lipsticks, 

which thin out lips even more. One important 

thing to keep in mind is the older you 

are, the "creamier" your lips should look. 

As we age, lips naturally tend to thin out so 

try to avoid matte lipsticks whenever possible 

and go for a creamy, shinier, lip color instead. 

HOW TO PROPERLY TEST LIPSTICK IN A 

STORE 

It's just plain unhygienic to test lipstick at 

the store. To avoid testing on your lips, swipe 

the color onto your fingerprints instead 

for a closer comparison to your natural lip 

tone, and a much more accurate option than 

testing color on the back of your hand. It’s 

also courteous to wipe off the end of the lipstick 

before you put it back for another person 

to try. 

DON’T THROW OUT A BROKEN OR BAD 

SHADE OF LIPSTICK 

Most beauty editors know you can create a 

great lip color by blending lipsticks you don't 

like. You can also color-in lips with a darker 

liner before applying a lipstick that's too 

bright. 

In addition, if your lipstick breaks off, simply 

take off the broken portion with a tissue 

and carefully wave a lit matchstick under it 

until it’s melted. Then, pour it back into the 

lipstick base, swivel it down and put in the 

fridge, uncovered, for 30 minutes. 

TRICKS TO KEEP LIPSTICK OFF YOUR 

TEETH 

After applying lipstick, take your index finger 

and pop it in your mouth, then pull it 

out. The 

excess lipstick will come off on your finger 

rather than your teeth. Also, to prevent your 

lipstick from coming off when drinking, discreetly 

lick your lips before taking a sip. It 

works! 

LIPSTICK AS A BLUSH 

To use lipstick as a blush, dab a few dots on 

the apples of your cheeks and blend well. It 

helps to moisturize skin before so the lipstick 

blends better. But remember: never 

use a blush as a lipstick! 

CAMOUFLAGE YELLOW TEETH 

To downplay the appearance of yellow teeth, 

try lipstick with a bluish undertone. According 

to various Lazarus NYC makeup artists, 

shades that work well to reduce yellowness 

include plums, pinks, wines and violets. v 

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